wedding childrens photography Lenexa, Kansas City, Olathe, Shawnee, Overland Park photographer

wedding childrens photography Lenexa, Kansas City, Olathe, Shawnee, Overland Park photographer | Shutter Happy Studios blog http://shutterhappyblog.com/ Wedding photography and childrens photography in Lenexa, Kansas. Photography by Heather Gregory with Shutter Happy Studios serving the greater Kansas City area including Olathe, Shawnee, Overland Park and Prairie Village. en Copyright 2010 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:34:12 -0600 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Destination Photography | Riviera Maya, Mexico
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Syd loves the water and I think she would enjoy it...and of course we need Johnny!

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Johnny is a diver so these are for him...I keep telling him they don't have enough dive shops in the world.
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The birds know where to be. So, in an effort to be on the beach more...Ask me about destination wedding photography rates if you decide to get married away from home!

Heather Gregory
Destination Photographer

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/07/destination-photography-riviera-maya-mexico.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/07/destination-photography-riviera-maya-mexico.html My Life Weddings Destination wedding photography Mexico wedding photography Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:34:12 -0600 June Pictage User Group photos | Kansas Photographer Digital Labrador were gracious enough to let us use their space. Johnna Bockover volunteered to show off some actions and tips from Totally Rad Actions and Darbi got up for a few also. It was a great experience as we all mingled and shared some wine...and, who brought the Vodka!?!

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/07/june-pictage-user-group-photos-kansas-photographer.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/07/june-pictage-user-group-photos-kansas-photographer.html For Photographers News Kansas Photographer Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:34:09 -0600 St. Louis, Missouri wedding photography | Shrine of St. Joseph | Scott & Lindsey Scott & Lindsey got married yesterday! eee! I loved shooting their engagement session last year and these two were amazing on their wedding day too. Lindsey was the cutest even while getting ready and she smiled from ear to ear all day long. Scott and his family both adored her and how could you not! Here's an example of how sweet and thoughtful these two and their families are... It was a sit down dinner and they not only made sure I had a seat, they also thoughtfully sat me with a perfect table...On the left was a sweet couple that were originally from central Illinois and he went to SIUC, same here. On the right was a sweet couple whose daughter does forensic photography. Across the table was another photographer that lives in North Carolina (and she was so nice!) and another couple who live about 5 miles from me in Kansas. Thanks for sharing dinner with me! Both Lindsey and Scott come from great families and friends and I was honored to share the day with them. The ceremony was at the Shrine of St. Joseph and you can see the beauty of this place in some images below but I suggest going here at least once if you live in St. Louis. The reception was at the Old Hickory Golf Club and the room and service were amazing. Here are some favorites from the day.

I want to give a great big THANK YOU to Derren and Lisa Raser, a husband and wife photography team in Carbondale, IL for coming to St. Louis and helping out during the ceremony! You can see their website here and Lisa's blog here. Here's a favorite of mine from them at the ceremony. What a great moment!

Florist: Zuzu's Petals & designs

Officiant: Rev. Rickey J. Valleroy

Hair/Make-up: Salon De Christe in St. Charles, Missouri

Cake: Wedding Wonderland

Photography: Shutter Happy Studios

Dj: Jim Hussey with Rockin DJ

Reception: Old Hickory Golf Club

Congratulations! Have a great time in Playa Del Carmen on your honeymoon. Maybe we'll run into each other =)

Heather

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New wedding photography disc cases! The first batch took some time arriving but now I'm stocked up! I really love this one. Favorite new feature...It has a magnetic field to keep it closed. Baby sessions will feature a white, pink or blue...

And, I can't wait to use this new basket with my next newborn photography session.

Love it!

I know I've basically missed Syd's 5 month letter. I may post it with her 6 month which is less than one week away.

Enjoy your week!
Heather
Kansas Wedding & Childrens photographer

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/07/kansas-wedding-childrens-photographer.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/07/kansas-wedding-childrens-photographer.html Childhood Newborns News Portraits Weddings kansas wedding childrens photographer newborn photography Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:05:37 -0600 St. Louis Wedding Photography | Maria & Frank

I adore this image of the bridesmaids watching Maria and Frank see each other for the first time on their wedding day prior to taking some portraits in the park. I just happened to see their reactions to such a great time of the day and felt like a little photographer ninja when I spun around to catch it really fast... Sometimes I think I can drop and roll, jump up and hit my shutter to get the next shot... I do wear all black to blend in usually =) I don't see anything wrong with aspiring to be a photographer ninja!

And here's a little tribute to the groomsmen and ushers. The gray and violet color scheme was so gorgeous. The groomsmen wore these gray suits below that were so handsome. And, check out the dutiful ushers as they perform and entertain during some portraits! He's holding two purses, two sets of keys, a bouquet of flowers and a water bottle. ha

Thank you to Maria & Frank and their awesome wedding party for your fun and spontaneous smiles all day long!

Heather
Shutter Happy Studios

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/07/st-louis-wedding-photography-maria-frank.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/07/st-louis-wedding-photography-maria-frank.html Weddings bridesmaids groomsmen Lafayette Square Park St. Louis wedding flowers Wedding Photography Wed, 07 Jul 2010 12:15:53 -0600 Food Photography | Mimi's Catering in Pratt, KS Lindsey and Trebor's back yard wedding of Mimi's Catering in Pratt, KS. Michele Martin, the owner, is fresh, bold and sweet and this makes for a perfect combination for a chef. Her dishes looked so enticing I could hardly take the photo without trying to sneak in a piece of her Crab Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes! The pizza rolls went so fast I missed them all together. The steak was tender and those "thingys" with them were a perfect combination. You can tell I don't cook much. And, it was the best lemon chicken. So, I'm a HUGE fan. I only wish she were closer so I could use her for pretty much every occasion. In fact, I found out later in the evening that both the DJ and I asked her how far she traveled.

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Don't hesitate to come to Kansas City Michele!

Heather Gregory
Shutter Happy Studios

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/food-photography-mimis-catering-in-pratt-ks.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/food-photography-mimis-catering-in-pratt-ks.html Weddings Food photography kansas baby photography Mimi's Catering Pratt Wed, 30 Jun 2010 09:45:35 -0600 I Heart Faces | Pets week I love that I get to pull out my favorite photo of Mugsy this week for the I Heart Faces pet week. This is Mugs, my lovable Basset Hound, at about 6 months when he was a city dog in Chicago. He's now an old man at 5 years this July and living in the country in Kansas! What a long, strange trip it's been =)

Make sure you go post your favorite animal pictures too!

Heather Gregory
Shutter Happy Studios

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I love how Laura is watching Mark and his Mom dance.

Thank you to both Laura & Mark and Congratulations!

Heather Gregory
Kansas wedding photography

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/kansas-wedding-photography-laura-mark.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/kansas-wedding-photography-laura-mark.html Weddings bride and groom groomsmen Kansas wedding photography wedding dance Mon, 21 Jun 2010 22:30:15 -0600 Vintage back yard wedding photography | Lindsey & Trebor engagement photography session...Lindsey and Trebor have such a sweet style and share a love so deep for each other that I was so honored to capture in photographs at their vintage back yard wedding in Pratt, Kansas. The dress was so gorgeous, the flowers were perfect, the suits were Awesome!, everyone looked so great and had a great time. The DJ was entertaining and NOT at all cheesy. This was perfect planning. Oh yeah, and best food ever! So, here are just a few favorites from one of my favorite days...

Such an amazing wedding bridal bouquet by The Flower Shoppe in Pratt, KS

What a yummy looking wedding cake!

Thank you so much! Congratulations!
Heather Gregory
Kansas wedding photography

Amazing wedding catering! Mimi's Catering Pratt, KS (602) 672-7030
Absolute Sound DJ Entertainment
The Flower Shoppe
Cake - Annette Adelhardt
Officiant - Robert Ahrens

And, I have to give props to her mom. I know they didn't have a coordinator, but her mom made all the hair pieces, the flower girls dresses and so much more. She kept everyone on the same page and made it all look effortless and looked beautiful at the same time. You could tell she loved ALL of her daughters very much. (being a mom to a little girl now makes me appreciate this so much more =) Well done!

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/vintage-back-yard-wedding-photography-lindsey-trebor.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/vintage-back-yard-wedding-photography-lindsey-trebor.html Weddings backyard wedding photography bridal bouquet vintage wedding photography wedding cake Thu, 17 Jun 2010 08:22:47 -0600 Wedding photography planning | The Wedding Dress
Personalized Metal Hangers are perfect for that rustic wedding photo. You can get this one over at Lilafrances on Etsy.

Another option would be this monogrammed hanger from The Pretty Pearl on Etsy.

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And, if you like the wood-carved look, check out this hanger. I love this from Bragging Bags on Etsy for a winery wedding!

All of these images are from each of the Etsy stores. This will look awesome in your albums or prints!

Leave me a comment and let me know what you all think.

Heather
Wedding Photography

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/wedding-photography-planning-the-wedding-dress.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/wedding-photography-planning-the-wedding-dress.html Weddings wedding dress wedding photography planning Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:44:56 -0600 Rustic Wedding Photography | Kaylee & Trevor rustic wedding photography preview and here's a few more favorites from the beautiful day they planned. It may have been HOT and windy but it was also such a special and wonderfully planned wedding. I loved working with these two as they are so sweet and laid back. Check out some of these wedding photography details!

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She's pretty modest so I hope she doesn't kill me for posting that last one but it was just so hot! I love it!

Thank you guys and congratulations!
Heather Gregory
Rustic Wedding Photography

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/rustic-wedding-photography-kaylee-trevor.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/rustic-wedding-photography-kaylee-trevor.html Weddings Countryside weddings Rustic Wedding Photography Rustic Wedding Photography details Fri, 11 Jun 2010 11:04:43 -0600 Kansas City engagement photography | Elizabeth & Nick

And, of course, I have someone jumping...We actually messed with Elizabeth a little on this one and didn't tell her Nick was going to jump. Anything to get a spontaneous laugh!

I had a blast with these two and can't wait to photograph the wedding this August!

Congratulations,
Heather Gregory
Kansas City engagement photography

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/kansas-city-engagement-photography-elizabeth-nick.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/kansas-city-engagement-photography-elizabeth-nick.html Engagements Portraits Kansas City engagement photography Shutter Happy Studios Fri, 04 Jun 2010 09:41:53 -0600 I Heart Faces |Barefoot week| Soles 4 Souls I Heart Faces it's barefoot week to help raise awareness for Soles 4 Souls! This is an amazing charity and it's so easy. $1 = 1 pair of shoes.

I happen to have a LOT of sole photos. I'm not sure why and once someone asked me if I have a thing for feet...The answer is no. I do have a thing for shoes though!

**UPDATE** I'm going to donate $1 for each individual comment left on this blog post until the end of the weekend! Now it's even easier to help raise $ for a good cause!

Heather Gregory
Kansas City wedding photography

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/i-faces-barefoot-week-soles-4-souls.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/i-faces-barefoot-week-soles-4-souls.html For Photographers My Life News Portraits Weddings I Heart Faces Soles 4 Souls Wed, 02 Jun 2010 11:56:00 -0600 SO cute! Chickyloo on Etsy before and I'm smitten with her customer service, knits and even her packaging.

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Heather Gregory
baby photography

]]> http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/so-cute.html http://shutterhappyblog.com/2010/06/so-cute.html Childhood Newborns Portraits cute baby photography Tue, 01 Jun 2010 17:51:45 -0600 Shawnee Baby Photography | Charlotte newborn session and she is just precious! She's growing like a weed, pushing up so nice and tall, and finally fitting into that little tutu!

I love all of her expressions...even though she may have been too interested in the camera to smile, she's got that beautiful baby fascination look as she's taking it all in and learning so fast.

It was such a pleasure to photograph her and it's going to be a fantastic year!

Heather Gregory
Shawnee baby photography

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